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Alternative Guitar Summit (AGS) is a pioneering force in contemporary guitar music. Founded in 2010 by guitarist and composer Joel Harrison, AGS explores music beyond traditional genres through performances, commissions, education, and community-building in the New York City area and beyond. Lifeforce Arts Inc. serves as the fiscal sponsor, supporting a program that blends artistic innovation with hands-on learning.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
AGS brings together masterful players, composers, and educators for an annual guitar camp, a dynamic music festival, and a series of masterclasses. Recent main venue engagements have taken place at Full Moon Resort in Big Indian, NY, creating a distinctive setting for immersive guitar experiences. AGS operates AGS Recordings to release contemporary guitar music, broadening the reach of groundbreaking work in the guitar world.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
Whether you’re seeking inspiration, new repertoire, or hands-on instruction, AGS offers opportunities to study with renowned faculty and guest artists. Upcoming in-person AGS Camp dates for 2025 are August 18–22 at Full Moon Resort, Big Indian, NY. Follow Joel Harrison and AGS for updates, releases, and future performances on social media and Bandcamp, with official pages linked below for direct access.
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City and region context: Based in and around New York City, AGS also travels for festivals and education programs, bringing contemporary guitar music to diverse audiences across the Northeast and beyond.
The essentials
Whether you’re seeking inspiration, new repertoire, or hands-on instruction, AGS offers opportunities to study with renowned faculty and guest artists. Upcoming in-person AGS Camp dates for 2025 are August 18–22 at Full Moon Resort, Big Indian, NY. Follow Joel Harrison and AGS for updates, releases, and future performances on social media and Bandcamp, with official pages linked below for direct access.
City and region context: Based in and around New York City, AGS also travels for festivals and education programs, bringing contemporary guitar music to diverse audiences across the Northeast and beyond.
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